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Jason Dorsey, BSc.PT, BScKin, CGIMSJason Dorsey, BSc.PT, BScKin, CGIMS At a ripe old age of 13, a young, energetic Jason knew he was destined for a career in physiotherapy. His passion for sports and the opportunity to work with his hands, all while applying his detective-like problem solving skills, made physiotherapy the perfect fit. Courtney Kosheiff, BHK, MScPT, CGIMSCourtney Kosheiff, BHK, MScPT, CGIMS Courtney was born and raised in the beautiful Fraser Valley and following high school carried on to the University of British Columbia in Vancouver where she graduated with.a Bachelor of Human Kinetics majoring in Exercise Science. During her undergraduate studies, Courtney became involved as an athletic trainer with the T-bird Varsity Men's Volleyball team, traveling across Canada and to Hawaii. This experience sparked her interest in sports rehabilitation, and led her to pursue Physiotherapy. Courtney continued her formal education, graduating from the University of Alberta in 2009 with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy. Courtney enjoys treating all populations of people, loving how each day of work is so varied and constantly keeping her on her toes. Ellie Tieleman, BSc.PTEllie Tieleman, BSc.PT Born and raised in the Netherlands, Ellie completed her Physiotherapy degree in 2006 in Utrecht. After graduation, she combined working in a multidisciplinary rehab center for spinal cord injuries with a career in a sport's med clinic. In 2011, she moved to Vancouver to explore and enjoy the West Coast. Upon landing in Canada, Ellie has done continued education in K-tape, dry needling and vestibular rehab. Most recently, she completed the Connect Therapy series developed by dr LJ Lee. This model has given Ellie a great framework to assess the whole body and linking drivers and areas of non optimal movement to treat the whole person. Ellie has extensive experience working with athletes of all skill levels: she has been a personal trainer, ran a neighbourhood fitcamp for moms and has worked for the junior and senior Canadian men's field hockey program. She was a varsity field hockey athlete in the USA and has coached and played field hockey for years. Ellie provides Physiotherapy treatment in English or Dutch. Sarah Cicchine BKin, RMTSarah Cicchine BKin, RMT Sarah has always had a keen interest in anatomy and physiology, movement of the human body, and injury prevention. Sarah completed a Bachelors of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary (2010) as well as spent one year abroad at the University of Groningen in the Netherlands. She then went on to complete her Massage Therapy diploma at Mount Royal University in Calgary (2012) and she is an active member of the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia. After completing her formal education Sarah has worked in multidisciplinary settings working with Chiropractors, Acupuncturists, and Physiotherapists. She also spent time as a Teaching Assistant for a palpations course at Mount Royal University. Sarah has a passion for learning and is continually taking courses to expand her skills. She has a special interest in women’s health especially during the prenatal and postnatal period. She has most recently taken continued education on Pelvic Health, Infant Massage, and Pelvic Pain Science. Her other training includes trigger point therapy, myofascial release, manual lymph drainage, and a nine-part series on Integrative Fascial Therapy focussing on treating; fascial mobility of the cranium, visceral massage, as well as myofascial mobilization for the jaw, spine, pelvis and thorax. As an RMT, Sarah focuses on the root cause of the issue rather than symptomatic treatment to get you back to your 100%. Sarah strives to provide an evidence-based practise and patient centred care. Sarah is excited to make Nelson her new home and enjoy all that it has to offer. Outside of the clinic Sarah loves to stay active with skiing, trail running, and mountain biking. Leah Busi, RMTLeah Busi, RMT Leah is a graduate of the massage therapy program at Mount Royal University in Calgary Alberta. Leah uses general Swedish massage techniques to help reduce muscle tension, decrease pain, increase range of motion, and encourage relaxation. Leah has raised two children who are both athletes and now university age. She is excited to be starting the next chapter of her life here in the Kootenays. She loves both winter and summer outdoor mountain adventures, and values a healthy and active lifestyle. Leah loves hockey and has been a goaltender for 12 years. |